Removal Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2SECTION Removal Procedure
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  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and ConnectionΒ .
  2. Disconnect the positive battery cable.
  3. Fig 1: View Of battery positive cable
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  4. Remove the positive cable nut from the junction block and disconnect the cable.
  5. Fig 2: View Of battery positive cable
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  6. Remove the positive cable nut from the generator and disconnect the cable.
  7. Fig 3: View Of battery positive cable
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  8. Disconnect the wiring harness clips and the positive cable from the glow plug module.
  9. Fig 4: View Of engine harness clip
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  10. Remove battery positive cable from engine harness clip.
  11. Fig 5: View Of engine harness clip
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  12. Remove battery positive cable from engine harness clips (1).
  13. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  14. Fig 6: View Of battery positive cable nut
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  15. Remove the battery positive cable nut (1) and clip (2) from frame.
  16. Fig 7: View Of battery positive cable retaining clip
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  17. Remove the battery positive cable retaining clip from the transmission line bracket.
  18. Fig 8: View Of Cables, Connector & Retainers - Lower Right Of Engine
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  19. Remove the positive battery cable nut (7) from the starter and disconnect the cable (8) and the wiring harness clips.
  20. Remove the positive battery cable.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.